Articles by Danielle Wightman-Stone
Danielle is a journalist based in London with over a decade of experience at FashionUnited, where she has been an editor since 2011. Her expertise lies in exploring the dynamic intersections of fashion, beauty, sports, and technology. Passionate about spotlighting emerging talent, Danielle also covers daily news, from launches to acquisitions, personnel changes and store openings, across the UK, US, and Canada.
Julien Macdonald: ‘King of Glamour’ returns to LFW
Welsh fashion designer Julien Macdonald, who has worked for Chanel and Givenchy, is probably one of the most recognisable faces of British fashion for his unapologetic take on opulent glamour, pairing intricate embellishments and rich textures with sexy silhouettes, and the undisputed ‘King of Glamour’ is back, returning to the London Fashion...
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Walpole unveils 2026 ‘Brands of Tomorrow’
Walpole, the industry body for the British luxury sector, has named heritage womenswear label Herd, sneaker brand Uniform Standard, and London-based luxury bespoke menswear brand Clothsurgeon as part of this year’s ‘Brands of Tomorrow’ programme. The mentoring initiative, in association with law firm Mishcon de Reya, is Walpole’s flagship...
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Uniqlo expands tennis reach with Emma Raducanu
Japanese apparel retailer Uniqlo has ended weeks of speculation about who will dress British tennis star Emma Raducanu at her future tournaments by announcing the 2021 US Open winner as its latest global brand ambassador. In a statement, Uniqlo announced that Raducanu, Britain's top-ranked female tennis player, will represent the brand at all...
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Roots names Rosie Pouzar as chief commercial officer
Canadian premium outdoor lifestyle brand Roots has named Rosie Pouzar as its chief commercial officer to accelerate its strategy to “unlock new areas of growth”. The appointment expands Pouzar’s responsibilities following her tenure as head of omnichannel growth. Meghan Roach, president and chief executive officer at Roots, said in a statement:...
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Phoebe English brings a peaceful beauty to LFW
British fashion designer Phoebe English, who has been at the forefront of sustainable fashion, returned to the London Fashion Week schedule with an exploration of the corsage, as well as the flowers with which she has a personal affinity. The intimate presentation, held in an art gallery space in Bethnal Green, took the audience through a...
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William Costelloe’s debut is a balance of tribute and future growth
The Paul Costelloe brand has been a regular fixture on the London Fashion Week schedule since its inception more than 40 years ago, and this season, new creative director William Costelloe presented an emotional tribute to his late father, who passed away in November 2025, as well as showcasing his vision for the brand moving forward, rooted in...
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Longchamp awarded B Corp certification to further its CSR strategy
French luxury leather goods company Longchamp has been awarded B Corp certification, recognising the independent, family-owned business' long-standing commitment to responsible craftsmanship, governance and measurable impact. The B Corp certification showcases that a company has met high standards of social and environmental performance,...
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LFW AW26: Julien Macdonald and Joseph return to a packed schedule
As the global fashion industry turns its attention to London, there is a renewed focus on British designers and brands under the leadership of Laura Weir, chief executive of the British Fashion Council, for the February edition of London Fashion Week, with the return of Julien Macdonald, Phoebe English, and Joseph to the schedule. Running from...
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Clare Waight Keller to join the BFC executive board
The British Fashion Council (BFC) has announced the appointment of British designer Clare Waight Keller, who has served as creative director at leading international luxury houses, including Pringle of Scotland, Chloé, and Givenchy, to its executive board. Waight Keller, who is currently creative director of Uniqlo, will join the BFC’s executive...
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Raeburn moves studios and announces “a new chapter”
British sustainable fashion brand Raeburn, founded by designer Christopher Raeburn, has relocated its studio from East London to a new permanent home in the Design District, Greenwich North. The move is described as a “milestone moment” for the brand, and sees it joining more than 170 businesses located at the purpose-built hub of 16 buildings...
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